Potsdam Wall Gun

Description:

Potsdam Wall Gun, c. 1740s, walnut stock with steel fittings, lock marked POTZDAMMAGAZ over the initials S A D, octagonal to round barrel with a proof mark near the breech, and an iron ramrod, barrel lg. 49 1/2, overall lg. 66 in.
Estimate $4,500-6,500

Some dings and nicks in the stock, missing one side nail, has a replaced cock screw and top jaw, some patina on the iron parts, overall in good condition.


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